The 10 Best Automatic Watches

We spent 26 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top choices for this wiki. A timepiece on the wrist can do all kinds of things for an outfit, and the automatic watches here offer you the opportunity to make a bold statement or a more subtle nod. Each of these self-winding models keeps impeccable time, and we've ranked them here by their accuracy, water resistance, power reserves, and style. You might even want to grab more than one to be ready for a variety of occasions.
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We spent 26 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top choices for this wiki. A timepiece on the wrist can do all kinds of things for an outfit, and the automatic watches here offer you the opportunity to make a bold statement or a more subtle nod. Each of these self-winding models keeps impeccable time, and we've ranked them here by their accuracy, water resistance, power reserves, and style. You might even want to grab more than one to be ready for a variety of occasions.
When users buy our independently chosen editorial picks, we may earn commissions to support our work.
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10. Vostok Amphibia 2416

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If you're looking for a mechanical diver that won't break the bank, you'll be impressed with the style and quality of the Vostok Amphibia 2416. Its mineral glass won't resist scratches the way more expensive options might, though.

9. Hamilton Khaki King

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One of the most striking features of the Hamilton Khaki King is the full size window at the top of its face. That's something that really comes in handy if you're the type of person who occasionally forgets what day of the week it is.

8. Orient Bambino Second Generation

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It may be hard to believe that you could get a timekeeper made with a hand-assembled, in-house movement for as little money as the Orient Bambino Second Generation will cost you, but that's exactly what the company is offering.

7. Junghans Chronoscope

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Designed by legendary Swiss painter and industrial designer Max Bill, the Junghans Chronoscope combines form and function in a way that only students of Germany's famous Bauhaus school might fully appreciate. For the rest of us, it's simply an elegant and accurate piece.

6. Marathon Swiss Made Military Issue

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The Marathon Swiss Made Military Issue is a true diver's model, capable of withstanding water pressures felt at 1,000 feet beneath the surface. Instead of traditional lume, it uses tritium gas tubes to illuminate the face without needing any external light to charge it.

5. Tag Heuer Monaco Swiss

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Made famous by acting icon Steve McQueen, the Tag Heuer Monaco Swiss features an unusual square design complemented by high-contrast chronograph dials and bright red hands. With a crown in the 9 o'clock position, this is a great choice for lefties.

4. Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Classic

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The Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso Classic boasts a rectangular case shape that isn't seen very often these days, giving you an opportunity to set yourself apart with this distinctive selection. Its face is, as the name suggests, reversible, offering you a black or white dial.

3. Omega Speedmaster

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The only thing most people need to know before deciding to purchase the Omega Speedmaster is that it was the timepiece worn by the first astronauts to set foot on the moon. Of course, unlike that model, this version doesn't require hand winding.

2. Tissot 1853 PRS

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The Tissot 1853 PRS features a slew of useful tools throughout its construction, from a set of chronograph subdials to a tachymeter running around the outside. The area by its date display is translucent, letting you see the days as they rotate with the movement.

1. Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master II

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The Rolex Oyster Perpetual GMT Master II is an undeniably iconic offering from one of the world's most celebrated brands. At 40 mm, its case is just about the perfect size for the majority of men, and its sapphire crystal window is, essentially, scratchproof.

Editor's Notes

February 12, 2019: With so many incredibly expensive options in this category, all of which could have been included on a list like this, the most important thing for me was to go with models that not only boasted top-tier specs, but that have been time-tested by the marketplace. That's why the Rolex GMT and the Omega Speedmaster take top spots. Even among the less expensive listings, you'll find brands and models that have shown themselves to be true contenders from companies with long, rich horological histories. One exception is Orient, a newer company who couldn't be denied given the accuracy and style they've recently brought to market, and the wildly competitive price point for the caliber of their products.

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Daniel Imperiale holds a bachelor’s degree in writing, and proudly fled his graduate program in poetry to pursue a quiet life at a remote Alaskan fishery. After returning to the contiguous states, he took up a position as an editor and photographer of the prestigious geek culture magazine “Unwinnable” before turning his attention to the field of health and wellness. In recent years, he has worked extensively in film and music production, making him something of a know-it-all when it comes to camera equipment, musical instruments, recording devices, and other audio-visual hardware. Daniel’s recent obsessions include horology (making him a pro when it comes to all things timekeeping) and Uranium mining and enrichment (which hasn’t proven useful just yet).

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